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Friday, 4 August 2017

DJ Pandora gives her support to the Exam Results Helpline 2017

Our favourite KISS FM presenter, DJ Pandora, is once again helping
spread the love for our helpline. We asked her what it's like when she did
her GCSEs and what tips she had for those facing it this year.

Q: You did GCSEs, can you remember what it felt
like on the run up to it?

A: On the run up to my GCSE exams I remember
feeling anxious, and if I am honest, a bit stressed as I was constantly
worrying if I had done enough revision. I tried to be organised and I remember
setting time aside every day for a different subject and getting my friends to
help with study groups, but you're still left with this feeling that you've not done enough.

Q: How did it feel on the day?

A: The moment I woke up on exam day, I had a clear
head as I was eager to just get in and do it. I had the huge build up of worry
and I just wanted to get it over and done with, and get everything down on
paper.

Q: When did you decide you didn’t want to go on and
be a vet?

A: I've always had a love for animals and my
parents wanted me to be a vet which I thought would be incredible. The only
problem was I felt squeamish around blood so I had no idea how I would cope in
that environment.

I’d always had a love of drama and at that time I
wanted to be an actress so when I got an A* in Drama I was over the moon.

My parents were quite keen for me to pursue the
veterinary course but I got a D in maths and a double DD in science, meaning
getting that degree to become a vet just wasn’t going to be possible! They
offered to pay for extra tuition to retake the exams but I told them I was
happy with what I got, as it confirmed the direction I wanted to take my career
in.

Q: How did you start your career in radio?

A: I started out as a promo girl at Heart Radio,
and I used that experience to shadow everyone I possibly could in that building!
I let everyone know that I wanted to be a radio presenter and would do anything
I could to find out everything about the trade. I worked in every aspect of
radio whether it was alongside the producers, finding out what the engineers
did, and listening to the sales team. I even sat in on a pre-recorded show to
see how it was technically operated.

I first started at a community radio called
Westside, and after a few moves to other stations, Capital Radio became interested
in me to do the 3am slot, then I did daytime. I was there for 4 years and just
one year ago I made the decision to join KISS and the infamous KISSTORY show
and I’m having the time of my life.

Q: What three key things do you want to say to
people who are waiting?

A:

Mange your stress levels because you have worked hard and done all you
can.

Look at options of where you want to take your career, no matter the
outcome of your results. Have an idea of the sort of career you would like to
pursue.

Always remember even if your grades are not what you wanted, you can
STILL be a success in life ... I am proof of that!

Q: Why should they call the helpline?

A: The helpline is a great place to go if you are
looking for impartial and useful advice. It can sometimes be daunting speaking
about your career with people you know, so you can call the helpline with any
concerns or worries. The team understand all the modern paths and options you
can follow, and can give genuine advice which will help ease your stress.

Just remember that anyone can be taught how to do a
job, but no one can teach you how to be you, so make sure you are always the
best version of yourself.